Lilies of the valley are often found in nature in the forest under deciduous trees. They don't get too much sun. The perennial can also be used to green areas where hardly anything else grows. What you should consider when choosing a location.
What location do lilies of the valley need?
The ideal location for lily of the valley is shady to semi-shady, with humus, loose soil and without waterlogging. The plants should receive some sun in the morning and evening, but cannot tolerate direct midday sun. They thrive best under deciduous trees or shrubs.
The ideal location for lily of the valley
- Shady to partially shaded
- humous, loose soil
- no waterlogging
- Soil not too dry
It is ideal if the flowers get some sun in the morning and evening. However, the lily of the valley does not tolerate midday sun well.
A favorable location for lily of the valley is under deciduous trees or bushes.
Choose a location carefully
Before planting lily of the valley in the desired location, think carefully. Once in the garden, the spring flowers can hardly be removed.
Transplanting yourself is of little use, because new plants grow from even the smallest root residues left in the ground.
Tip
If there is almost no sun at all where the lily of the valley is located, the flower only develops leaves but no flowers.
